MANGALURU: New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31 October 2026, commemorating the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour.
As part of the celebrations, NMPA organised a ‘Run for Unity’, in which officers, employees and staff of the Port participated enthusiastically, reaffirming their commitment to national unity, integrity and solidarity.
Smt. S. Shanthi, Deputy Chairperson, NMPA, flagged off the Run for Unity in the presence of senior officers and employees of the Port. Following the run, the Deputy Chairperson administered the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Pledge, which was taken by all officers, employees and staff present.
The programme concluded with Pad Pooja and floral tribute to the portrait of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, as participants paid their respects to the visionary leader whose tireless efforts played a pivotal role in unifying the nation.
Through these observances, NMPA reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the ideals of unity, integrity and national solidarity championed by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
